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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis.

Q O Al Qasabi1

  • 1Department of Surgery, Security Forces Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology : Official Journal of the Saudi Gastroenterology Association
|October 30, 2009
PubMed
Summary

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a safe option for acute cholecystitis. Conversion to open surgery is more likely in patients with high white blood cell counts, masses, or diabetes.

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Area of Science:

  • General Surgery
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Acute cholecystitis is a common surgical emergency.
  • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy has become the standard treatment for symptomatic cholelithiasis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis.
  • To identify predictors of conversion to open surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 108 patients with acute cholecystitis undergoing laparoscopic or attempted laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
  • Analysis of patient demographics, laboratory work, abdominal ultrasonography, operative details, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Successful laparoscopic cholecystectomy was achieved in 71.2% of patients.
  • The primary reasons for conversion to open surgery were adhesions and unclear anatomy (87%).
  • Patients with leukocytosis > 15,000/mm3, mass, or diabetes were more likely to require conversion.

Conclusions:

  • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a safe and effective treatment for acute cholecystitis.
  • A liberal approach to conversion is crucial for patient safety.
  • Preoperative identification of risk factors can help anticipate the need for conversion.

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